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RZE Resolute 36vsVario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

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Resolute 36
RZEResolute 36
MSRP $689
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
Vario1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
MSRP $218

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Resolute 3636mm
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40mm
Power Reserve
Resolute 3640h
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Resolute 36200m
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz50m
MSRP
Resolute 36$689
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz$218

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Tool
Field
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
9.5mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.3mm
41mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Grade 5 Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Inner

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 2070/2170
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$689
$218

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What people say

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RZE Resolute 36

Owners and reviewers widely praise the RZE Resolute 36 for its lightweight titanium construction, refined dial details, and comfortable 36mm wearability, noting its thin 9.5mm profile and UltraHex coating for durability. The dial design is described as legible with sharp hands and indices, though some find it walks a line between retro and modern. Accuracy figures vary, with one source reporting +4 seconds per day from its Miyota 9039 movement. One owner considered the RZE Resolute 36 expensive for its specs. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the RZE Resolute 36 highly for its comfortable titanium build and refined tool-watch design.

From video reviewers

The titanium construction and comfortable wear are noted strengths. The similarity to other popular designs is cited as a potential drawback. Reviewers did not explicitly agree on value.

Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz for its superb case finishing, legibility, and premium look, with its 40mm size proving comfortable for many wrists. Reviewers highlight its incredible value at $198, featuring a Miyota solar quartz movement and polished chamfers adding unexpected style. Some owners note the lume is poor and the 50-meter water resistance is limited, while others desire a big date complication not supported by the solar movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz highly for its excellent finishing and value proposition.

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